OPM Rugby

Old Plymothian & Mannameadian RFC was established in 1926 [we want history here]

We have had some notable performances this season but what has been fantastic this year is the number of young players joining the ranks from our OPM Junior section which now stands at 13 players across both squads and the development of them as individuals but also as teams and a club which has been admirable. The OPM Jesters have seen a more mixed season in the Merit table but have had some excellent results both at home and away to add to some more tricky fixtures. Thank you to everyone who donned the OPM shirt this season.

There have been huge positives throughout the year including Devon representation with Matt Smale receiving Devon U20 honours and captaining the side to several victories including a Tamar Cup win plus having his first senior appearance for Devon: we expect many more. We have held several VP, Old Boy and Sponsors days throughout the season to thank our many groups which have seen friends reunite, make new ones and come together to watch our fine players turn out for the OPM club. Big thanks to Mark Turner and Ash Smith for their continued efforts. Our Social Committee has provided a superb variety of entertaining events, a hugely successful Family Fun Day and many other excellent occasions, including our End of Season Dinner. The club continue to tour this season with Butlins, Minehead, the choice this year before a further overseas visit next year

Finally, I would like to thank Andrew and the coaching team and backroom staff who, in their third season under new leadership, have achieved promotion into Tribute 2 Devon. A huge amount of effort, time and drive has gone into this year and this is an amazing first step to moving OPMs up the leagues and I hope we continue to do so. Andrew is stepping down this season but has developed the seniors hugely and we thank him for all of his efforts at the club. I would like to thank all of the players, volunteers and support staff for making every weekend possible and their efforts make this club what it is today.